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Stanley Beal, retired army major, youth golf teaching professional, chips his ball out of the sandpit at Camp Pendleton’s Marine Memorial Golf Course. The course’s unique and picturesque location offers a variety of activities for base residents to take advantage of. From catered events and tournaments to golfing lessons, the course provides a well-rounded atmosphere for service members. - Stanley Beal, retired army major, youth golf teaching professional, chips his ball out of the sandpit at Camp Pendleton’s Marine Memorial Golf Course. The course’s unique and picturesque location offers a variety of activities for base residents to take advantage of. From catered events and tournaments to golfing lessons, the course provides a well-rounded atmosphere for service members.

Pfc. Jesse A. Cabral, administrative clerk, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and participant in the 500 Mile Club, stretches before conducting his daily run. The 500 Mile Club is a program offered by Marine Corps Community Services’ Semper Fit division for service members interested in improving their run time and adding an edge to their physical fitness level. - Pfc. Jesse A. Cabral, administrative clerk, Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and participant in the 500 Mile Club, stretches before conducting his daily run. The 500 Mile Club is a program offered by Marine Corps Community Services’ Semper Fit division for service members interested in improving their run time and adding an edge to their physical fitness level.

Marines with Wounded Warrior Battalion West take lessons from Mark Gerold (right), a volunteer instructor from the local community, during s special Ocean Therapy Program at Camp Del Mar Beach, Camp Pendleton, July 20. Ocean Therapy sessions are held on base each year, and provide Marines with an opportunity to learn surfing in an encouraging atmosphere, while focusing on the therapeutic benefits of the ocean. - Marines with Wounded Warrior Battalion West take lessons from Mark Gerold (right), a volunteer instructor from the local community, during s special Ocean Therapy Program at Camp Del Mar Beach, Camp Pendleton, July 20. Ocean Therapy sessions are held on base each year, and provide Marines with an opportunity to learn surfing in an encouraging atmosphere, while focusing on the therapeutic benefits of the ocean.

Cole Jones (left), Camp Pendleton Mixed Martial Arts team member, attempts to block a kick from Omar B. Askew, Twentynine Palms MMA team member, during the heavyweight bout of the Armed Forces Championship Fight Series at Camp Pendleton’s Paige Fieldhouse, March 6. All branches of the U.S. military were represented by service members competing in the event that ended with an overall victory by the Camp Pendleton team. - Cole Jones (left), Camp Pendleton Mixed Martial Arts team member, attempts to block a kick from Omar B. Askew, Twentynine Palms MMA team member, during the heavyweight bout of the Armed Forces Championship Fight Series at Camp Pendleton’s Paige Fieldhouse, March 6. All branches of the U.S. military were represented by service members competing in the event that ended with an overall victory by the Camp Pendleton team.

Ernesto Raya, aviation information systems specialist, Medium Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, jumps to score a slamdunk from his opposing players Ariel Garcia, administration clerk, Marine Medium Helicopter Training Squadron 164, 3rd MAW, left, and George Moleni, maintenance management specialist, 1st Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, during a three-man practice game at the Back in the Saddle Sports Jam Sereis event Jan. 22. The Back in the Saddle Event is one of the Sports Jam Series events that promotes physical activity and offers a free, safe and alcohol-free alternative for service members and their families. - Ernesto Raya, aviation information systems specialist, Medium Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, jumps to score a slamdunk from his opposing players Ariel Garcia, administration clerk, Marine Medium Helicopter Training Squadron 164, 3rd MAW, left, and George Moleni, maintenance management specialist, 1st Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Expeditionary Force, during a three-man practice game at the Back in the Saddle Sports Jam Sereis event Jan. 22. The Back in the Saddle Event is one of the Sports Jam Series events that promotes physical activity and offers a free, safe and alcohol-free alternative for service members and their families.

(Left to right) Congressional Representative Ryan D. Peters, sniper team members Sgt. Grant L. Royal and Sgt. Josh W. Huskey, sniper team coach Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Sullivan, sniper team members Sgt. Jose R. Lucero and Sgt. Daniel S. Gilland, and Congressional Representative Don McKinney, proudly stand together after Congressional Recognition Awards were presented to Camp Pendleton’s Scout Sniper School West teams on behalf of Congressman Darrell E. Issa, 49th California Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives, at Camp Pendleton’s Marine Corps Combat Training graduation, Dec 8. - (Left to right) Congressional Representative Ryan D. Peters, sniper team members Sgt. Grant L. Royal and Sgt. Josh W. Huskey, sniper team coach Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Sullivan, sniper team members Sgt. Jose R. Lucero and Sgt. Daniel S. Gilland, and Congressional Representative Don McKinney, proudly stand together after Congressional Recognition Awards were presented to Camp Pendleton’s Scout Sniper School West teams on behalf of Congressman Darrell E. Issa, 49th California Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives, at Camp Pendleton’s Marine Corps Combat Training graduation, Dec 8.

Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR’s 2009 Sprint Cup Series champion and the first driver to win four consecutive championship titles, interacts with and signs autographs for Marines, sailors and their families in front of Mainside’s Bowling Alley, Nov. 30. - Jimmie Johnson, NASCAR’s 2009 Sprint Cup Series champion and the first driver to win four consecutive championship titles, interacts with and signs autographs for Marines, sailors and their families in front of Mainside’s Bowling Alley, Nov. 30.

Blake Griffin, power forward, Los Angeles Clippers, dunks a basketball during a scrimmage game at Paige Field House, Camp Pendleton, Oct. 10. The team offered a free game to service members and their families for an up-close look at the team in action. - Blake Griffin, power forward, Los Angeles Clippers, dunks a basketball during a scrimmage game at Paige Field House, Camp Pendleton, Oct. 10. The team offered a free game to service members and their families for an up-close look at the team in action.

Youth Sports are popular at Camp Pendleton. Between 2,800 and 3,100 children participate each year. The program is dependent on volunteer coaches. Volunteers for the upcoming fall season are still needed. If interested, call (760) 725-4188. The fall season is scheduled to begin Sept. 12. - Youth Sports are popular at Camp Pendleton. Between 2,800 and 3,100 children participate each year. The program is dependent on volunteer coaches. Volunteers for the upcoming fall season are still needed. If interested, call (760) 725-4188. The fall season is scheduled to begin Sept. 12.

Jeremy Mendoza, weapons technician, Weapons Field Training Battalion, throws a dodge ball at an opposing team member during last year’s Marine Corps Community Services 101 Day of Summer Sport Jam Series dodge ball tournament at Camp Pendleton’s Paige Fieldhouse, Aug. 28. The 101 Days of Summer is a part of the MCCS’ Semper Fit Division’s Sports Jams Series. The three-part series is an effort to prevent drug and alcohol incidences among Camp Pendleton service members.::r::::n:: - Jeremy Mendoza, weapons technician, Weapons Field Training Battalion, throws a dodge ball at an opposing team member during last year’s Marine Corps Community Services 101 Day of Summer Sport Jam Series dodge ball tournament at Camp Pendleton’s Paige Fieldhouse, Aug. 28. The 101 Days of Summer is a part of the MCCS’ Semper Fit Division’s Sports Jams Series. The three-part series is an effort to prevent drug and alcohol incidences among Camp Pendleton service members.::r::::n::